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Google Messages ‘Nudges’ and birthday reminders are back [U]
After introducing in 2022, Google Messages for Android has removed a “Nudges” capability that provided reply and birthday reminders.
Expand Expanding CloseI hope the Fitbit logo remains or: The boringness of the ‘G’
This is the least important part of Fitbit’s absorption into Google — seriously, where is the dark theme — but I hope its logo and brand identity survives. I’m specifically referring to the arrow logo comprised of dots, lowercase “fitbit” wordmark, and soothing green/teal color palette.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle says it will not keep Pixel devices sent in for repair with ‘unauthorized parts’
Google’s repair policy for Pixel devices was briefly under fire when it was noticed that the company would not return a device to the owner if it used “unauthorized parts.” Now, the company is striking that from its policy.
Expand Expanding CloseThe AutoPro X Android Auto Wireless adapter enables Samsung Dex in your car
Forget clunky interfaces and restricted app access with Mayton’s AutoPro X. This in-car dongle goes beyond the somewhat limited boundaries of Android Auto, transforming your car’s navigation screen into a full-fledged computer or laptop experience.
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New York City is using Google Maps to help you find a public bathroom
Announced this week, New York City officials are putting a focus on improving the use and finding of public bathrooms in the city, and that includes using Google Maps to do it.
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How to sign up for the Google Home Public Preview and test new features
Google allows users to test out new Google Home features in something called a “Public Preview.” Signing up gets you early access to the newest version of the Home app and new features as they become available. Here’s how to join the list to join the Google Home app’s Public Preview.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini appears to be adding a Spotify extension
After rolling out a YouTube Music extension last month, Google may soon add a Spotify extension to Gemini.
Expand Expanding Close[Update: Fixed] ChatGPT is partially down in wide system outage
According to OpenAI’s system status pages, ChatGPT is currently down for a subset of users, with many unable to use the mobile application on Android or other services.
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YouTube ‘Like’ button was smashed too hard, disappears for many users
In an ongoing bug, YouTube is not showing the “like “Like” button for many users.
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Intel debuts ‘Lunar Lake’ chips that promise to rival Snapdragon X Elite on battery and AI
At Computex 2024, Intel has unveiled its latest “Lunar Lake” generation of chips which make big promises on battery life and AI capabilities for future Windows laptops.
Expand Expanding CloseDoes the promise of extensive Android support mean less in the age of AI?
The past few years have seen Android phones come and go with lengthy promises tied to them, guaranteeing Android feature updates years in advance. Those promises are good to see, but they seem to mean less as Android OS updates take on AI-driven features – features that aging phones can’t always make use of.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home Favorites widget now in preview, updates every 30 minutes
Following the announcement last week, Google Home 3.18 with the new Favorites widgets is widely rolling out via the Play Store.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S9+ up to $270 off, Jabra Google Fast Pair buds $65, Pixel Watch 2 $290, much more
Today’s best deals on Android gear and compatible tech is now ready to go with up to $270 off Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S9+ Android tablet and deals starting from $749. From there we have a giant collection of ongoing offers as part of the Google Summer sale alongside a nice price drop on Jabra’s Google Fast Pair Elite 4 True Wireless Earbuds and up to $300 in credit on the new Samsung 2024 Smart Monitors, Odyssey models, and more. Hit the jump for a closer look.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Gemini responding with weird, repeating gibberish for some users
Generative AI in the context of a chatbot can prove useful, but occasionally can behave unexpectedly. Lately, some users have noticed that Google Gemini has been spitting out repeating text, weird characters, and pure gibberish in some replies.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch FE leaks in new images, may cost €199 [Gallery]
Samsung is reportedly gearing up for three smartwatch releases this year, with one of those being the “Galaxy Watch FE.” Now, new details of that budget-friendly watch have surfaced, including a possible price point.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola Edge (2024) coming to US with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 for $549
Motorola has just unveiled its latest Edge phone for the US market, with Motorola Edge (2024) packing upper-mid-range specs and a price tag of $549.
Expand Expanding CloseGeForce Now members get three months of free Xbox Game Pass starting today
GeForce Now partnered up with Xbox Game Pass a while back to bring a ton of offerings from the Microsoft-based service to Nvidia’s cloud-gaming foundation. Nvidia is now offering three free months of PC Game Pass to current GeForce Now members.
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MediaTek’s latest Chromebook chip brings better battery life and AI
Amid Computex this week, MediaTek has unveiled a new chipset for Chromebooks, with the Kompanio 838 promising better battery life and AI.
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Android game and app deals: MEGA MAN X DiVE, Legend of Keepers, Ace Attorney Trilogy, more
Your Monday afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready and waiting for you down below the fold. Just make sure you stop by the price drops we are tracking on Samsung’s Galaxy Ai-equipped S24 Ultra smartphone at $250 off and this giant collection of the latest Pixel gear as part of the Google Summer sale with up to $600 in savings at the ready. As for the apps, highlights include MEGA MAN X DiVE, MEGA MAN X, Legend of Keepers, Ace Attorney Trilogy, Samorost 3, CHUCHEL, Forest Golf Planner, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and apps deals.
Read MorePixel VPN by Google going live for 7/Pro, 7a, and Fold owners on beta
With VPN by Google One shutting down starting June 20, Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 7a, and Fold owners are starting to see their intended replacement go live.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV bug makes it look like you’re not watching live
There’s a bug for some YouTube TV users that’s causing the app to show content in a way that it appears you’re not watching live, even though you are.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 Beta 2.2 rolling out with several fixes for Pixel
Following the last patch two weeks ago, Google is rolling out Android 15 Beta 2.2 with several Pixel fixes. Private space should now be fully working, while this update also addresses Wallet/NFC issues.
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AMD’s latest Ryzen chips best Snapdragon X Elite on AI
The AI race is on for Windows laptops and, after Microsoft bet the first generation of “Copilot+ PCs” on Qualcomm, AMD is stepping up with Ryzen AI 300, a series of chips that pack more AI power than the Snapdragon X Elite.
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Deals: Google Summer sale up to $600 off Pixel gear, Galaxy S24 Ultra $250 off, OnePlus Open offers, and much more
Monday’s best deals are here and now headlined by the live Google summer sale. The wide-ranging event features deals on just about every current-generation piece of tech from the brand with the Pixel naming scheme – Pixel Fold, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8, Pixel 8a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Watch 2, and more. Those offers are detailed below right before we get into the return of Amazon all-time low pricing on the S24 Ultra at $250 off and the OnePlus Father’s Day sale with up to $300 in savings on the OnePlus Open foldable smartphone, deep deals on the 12 series devices, and OnePlus Watch 2. Everything awaits down below.
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